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Corning Museum of Glass

One Museum Way, Corning, NY 14830-2253
607.937.5371
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Ranked #1 of 9 attractions in Corning
Type: Specialty Museums, Art Museums
Owner description: The Corning Museum of Glass offers unique opportunities to explore glass: Live glassmaking demonstrations, Make Your Own Glass, hands-on glass... more » Owner description: The Corning Museum of Glass offers unique opportunities to explore glass: Live glassmaking demonstrations, Make Your Own Glass, hands-on glass exhibits, and stunning glass art collections. « less
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Williamsville, New York
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 23, 2013 NEW via mobile

My husband and I went to make 2 glass flowers a bit pricey for 2 with shipping came to $74 but now their a lifetime gift to ourselves that we created and made. After the instructor showed us how to handle a hot rod I decided to let my husband create both I just decoded on the colors on one... More

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Helotes
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2013 NEW

As a former high school science teacher, I enjoyed the demonstrations and interactive displays. A bus load of university students from Asia were touring on the day I was there and they were fascinated. I wish we had allocated an entire day since the museum alone requires at least half a day to tour. Many historic pieces (some undoubtedly priceless)... More

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Corning, New York
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 22, 2013 NEW

This museum is paradise for glass junkies but would also be great for families and casual visitors new to glass. The display are fabulous, great exhibitions, good cafe, fatal shop and you can even have a go at glass blowing! Tickets are valid for 2 days and also get you in to the Rockwell Museum (free shuttle bus).

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Chiang Mai, Thailand
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW

Did not go to the museum because they charge entrance fee. But on the ground floor there are a large collections of glassware from many place for you to purchase.

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Kerry M, Marketing Staff at Corning Museum of Glass, responded to this review
May 20, 2013

We are sorry you didn't get the chance to visit the Museum galleries, demonstrations, special exhibitions or innovation center. We are pleased that you had the chance to shop our 84,000 square foot GlassMarket. Remember you can always shop online as well! More

Cooperstown, New York
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2013

It was a great experience for me and my family. A lot of things to see. The big lens that amused me when I walk toward them. The glass making show is fun and wonderful. Parking is very easy, just in front of the entrance. If there is a direction for a tourist it would be great. Because there are... More

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Kerry M, Marketing Staff at Corning Museum of Glass, responded to this review
May 20, 2013

Thank you for your review. The museum's self-guided design does allow you to explore our galleries, demonstrations and innovation center based on your interests. I hope you found the numerical map and demonstration schedule (provided on arrrival) to be a helpful tool for navigating through the art, history, and science of glass. Thank you again for your review and for... More

Falls Church, Virginia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 15, 2013

Save a lot of time to see this museum. The demonstrations are impressive, the history gallery spans 35 centuries. The Museum shop is large and includes works of established as well as emerging artists. We will definetly return but next time we will get the audio guide.

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Kerry M, Marketing Staff at Corning Museum of Glass, responded to this review
May 20, 2013

Thanks for your review during your visit to Corning! There is much to see during your museum visit; remember your admission ticket is always good for 2 consecutive days. The free downloadedable app makes a great gallery companion, and with the live, narrated demonstrations there is great audio support for all that you're seeing and experiencing during your visit. Thanks... More

Chestnut Ridge, New York
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013

We visited the museum on the way home from touring the wineries. We were there about 4 hours and it was not enough. The museum is beautiful and t rivals any museum in NYC. Will be visiting again in the fall along with the Rockwell Museum of Western Art.

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Kerry M, Marketing Staff at Corning Museum of Glass, responded to this review
May 20, 2013

Thank you for including us into your tour of Finger Lakes Wine Country. As you now know, we are a great year-round inclusion in a wine tasting itinerary. Remember that your admission is good for 2 consecutive days, allowing you to see even more of our galleries, demonstrations, special exhibitions, and gift shop. Thanks again! More

Mahwah, New Jersey
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 14, 2013

My husband I planned our latest trip knowing we wanted to stop at this museum and gift shop. We've been there many times before and have purchased a glass art piece each time. The museum is quite an experience as well. The self guided tour takes you from early examples of blown glass to modern sculptures of glass by the... More

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Kerry M, Marketing Staff at Corning Museum of Glass, responded to this review
May 20, 2013

Thank you for your review. By your frequent visits and advice on membership, it sounds like you are Museum Members; Thank You, we appreciate your support! We hope you come back again soon as the exhibition "Life on a String: 35 centuries of glass beadmaking" just opened last week. Thank you for posting information for other travelers and future guests. More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2013 via mobile

Be sure when you go to use your AAA discount if you have it. There's also an option to purchase a combo ticket purchase to see the Glass Museum AND The Rockwell Museum in town. Great savings!! You can sign up online prior to your visit if you want to create some glass souvenirs - it's an awesome experience! The... More

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Kerry M, Marketing Staff at Corning Museum of Glass, responded to this review
May 14, 2013

Thank you for visiting us during your recent trip to Corning and The Finger Lakes. We appreciate you taking the time to review your experience. You've also made a great suggestion about booking the hands-on experiences in advance as spaces fill quickly for these glassmaking workshops. We are glad you leveraged your AAA membership for your discount as well as... More

Columbus, OH
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 12, 2013

The admission is good for two days and you may well need it to see everything. The quality of the gallery displays of the historical and art pieces were excellent, the demonstrations interesting and educational, and the practical exhibits on types of glass, manufacturing methods, etc. were much more interesting than I would have expected.

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Kerry M, Marketing Staff at Corning Museum of Glass, responded to this review
May 14, 2013

Thank you for taking the time to review The Corning Museum of Glass. It sounds like your experience exceeded your expectations on a couple of levels: size and content. We hope you return again soon, perhaps to Make Your Own Glass! All the best! More

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